5 best news for May

Saudi Aramco to invest $10 billion in synthetic fuel production across Asia

In May 2025, Saudi Aramco announced a major partnership with Japanese and South Korean industrial giants to develop large-scale synthetic fuel facilities. The fuel will be produced from hydrogen and captured CO₂, primarily for use in aviation and shipping. These plants will support the transition to cleaner energy sources, reduce carbon footprints, and improve energy security in the Asia-Pacific region. The investment reflects Aramco’s growing diversification strategy beyond crude oil exports.

Tesla unveils million-mile battery with over 25-year lifespan

During the Tesla Energy Day event in May 2025, the company revealed a breakthrough lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery capable of lasting over 1 million kilometers (approx. 620,000 miles) and retaining 80% of its capacity after 10,000+ charge cycles. The battery will be deployed in Tesla’s electric vehicles and energy storage solutions like Powerwall and Megapack, offering long-term durability, increased safety, and reduced environmental impact. It represents a major step toward fully autonomous, self-sufficient energy systems for homes and industry.

ExxonMobil launches the largest carbon capture and storage facility in the U.S.

ExxonMobil has completed construction of a major CCS (Carbon Capture & Storage) facility in Port Arthur, Texas. The plant is capable of capturing up to 5 million metric tons of CO₂ per year and storing it deep underground in salt formations. Equipped with advanced membrane filtration, automated compression, and real-time monitoring, the site is a cornerstone of the U.S. government’s decarbonization agenda. It demonstrates a scalable model for reducing industrial emissions on a national scale.

Shell and Microsoft sign $1.5 billion deal for energy sector digital transformation

Shell and Microsoft have announced a long-term partnership focused on deploying AI, cloud computing (Azure), and big data analytics to modernize oil and gas operations. Pilot programs will be implemented in Nigeria, the U.S., and the North Sea. Microsoft will provide the digital backbone, while Shell integrates smart systems into its upstream and midstream infrastructure. The initiative aims to cut emissions by 30% by 2030 and improve safety, efficiency, and predictive maintenance across Shell’s global operations.

Ukraine launches first green hydrogen cluster in Lviv region with EU supp

In May 2025, Ukraine inaugurated its first green hydrogen hub in Drohobych, Lviv region. Powered entirely by local solar and wind farms, the facility produces hydrogen through electrolysis and stores it for local use in energy balancing and industrial applications. The project is part of the EU’s RePower Ukraine initiative, supported by the German government, and aims to integrate Ukraine into the broader European hydrogen market. It marks a strategic step toward energy independence and renewable integration.